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Published June 14th, 2024, 09:05 am


Rain in the forecast doesn't mean there isn't plenty to do this weekend so let's see what's going on! 

The buskers will be back and out on Saturday at Pike Place market for Buskarama! It runs all day from 10-5 and there will be 15 spots around the market where people will be telling their stories and singing their songs. There's also a busker showcase at the Rabbit Box at 7:30, you'll need a ticket for that.  To learn more, visit veteransofthearts.com 

If you love Meryl Streep, then you will want to head to the Grand Cinema in Tacoma this weekend. Starting today and going through Sunday it is Meryalthon! This fundraising event will feature a new film each night, as well as receptions, Q+A's, costume contests, a pun slam, and plenty more! According to the event website, "It is part of the cinema's broader “Save the Grand” fundraising campaign , which seeks to raise enough money to purchase ownership of the building." Get showtimes and more details on all the fun at grandcinema.com 


This weekend is the Edmonds Art Festival, just in time for Father's Day. Over 200 artists will be showing off their creations and those are just the booth artists, hundreds more artists will be showcases in galleries at the festival, including student work! There will also be live music and food. You can find out more at edmondsartfestival.com 


At Judkins Park on Saturday it is the Northwest African American Museum' Annual Skate Party. This year will be a Juneteenth celebration with music and food, plus, if you need some wheels, skates will be available to rent. The Museum will be open all day for visitors as well! The Skate Party runs from noon until 5 at Judkins Park. More details available at naamnw.org


Take some time for yourself and focus on finding your balance at the 10th international Day of Yoga celebration. This takes place on Sunday from 10 am until 11:30 at the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle. There will be a guided yoga session as well as a chance to meet fellow yoga enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome and you can find details at seattleartmuseum.org 

Sunday is Father's Day and there are plenty of ways to celebrate the fathers or father figures in your life. There are brunches, tennis tournaments, BBQs and more. I'd recomend just doing a quick search online of Father's Day events in my area. I bet you will find plenty!

The first place Mariners are also in town this weekend, taking on the Texas Rangers in a big time divisional matchup. Tonight is fireworks night at T Mobile and on Sunday they will be giving away special Cal Raleigh seat cushions, as well as celebrating youth softball and fastpitch! Get all your information at mlb.com/mariners

Get out and enjoy yourselves this weekend and as always if you know of even more cool things going on in the area, Let me know at PaulH@kiroradio.com 

Paul Holden, KIRO News Radio

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